smart eBike is coming - smart USA insider2015-08-02T22:30:05Zhttp://www.smartusainsider.com/forum/topics/smart-ebike-is-coming?commentId=2029424%3AComment%3A649021&feed=yes&xn_auth=noBrought my ebike from Germany…tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2015-01-30:2029424:Comment:6674082015-01-30T00:55:32.682ZPaul Walckhttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/PAulWalck
Brought my ebike from Germany when I moved back to the States. Any one know where I might be able to get parts. The Smart eBike portal needs a number from a Smart dealer that I do not have, but if I did I could order parts there.
Brought my ebike from Germany when I moved back to the States. Any one know where I might be able to get parts. The Smart eBike portal needs a number from a Smart dealer that I do not have, but if I did I could order parts there. Hi Insiders. We wanted to pos…tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2014-11-20:2029424:Comment:6646422014-11-20T16:18:20.084ZsUSAi Adminhttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/sUSAiAdmin
<p><span>Hi Insiders. We wanted to post an update on the status of our ebike. After much back and forth, we are saddened to report that the US launch of the ebike has been postponed indefinitely due to issues with the manufacturer, MIFA AG, as they have recently filed for insolvency. Though the future of ebikes in the US is currently uncertain, we will be sure to keep you informed of any updates as soon as they become available!</span></p>
<p><span>Hi Insiders. We wanted to post an update on the status of our ebike. After much back and forth, we are saddened to report that the US launch of the ebike has been postponed indefinitely due to issues with the manufacturer, MIFA AG, as they have recently filed for insolvency. Though the future of ebikes in the US is currently uncertain, we will be sure to keep you informed of any updates as soon as they become available!</span></p> any word?tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2014-10-27:2029424:Comment:6627012014-10-27T07:04:01.106ZDerek Sweeneyhttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/DerekSweeney
<p>any word?</p>
<p>any word?</p> I just bought an iZip Zuma, e…tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2014-09-07:2029424:Comment:6613462014-09-07T14:37:21.987ZSherrihttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/SherriBrown
I just bought an iZip Zuma, electric bike, I love it.
I just bought an iZip Zuma, electric bike, I love it. Isn't it kind of silly to int…tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2014-09-01:2029424:Comment:6601972014-09-01T04:27:17.425ZDerek Sweeneyhttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/DerekSweeney
<p>Isn't it kind of silly to introduce a bicycle in the fall?</p>
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<p>Isn't it kind of silly to introduce a bicycle in the fall?</p>
<p></p> It's certainly taking longer…tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2014-08-31:2029424:Comment:6601882014-08-31T14:47:20.039ZEric Angeloro - smart USAhttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/EricAngeloro
It's certainly taking longer than we'd like. Certification for US is in review now. 4 pilot markets remain. I don't want to quote an ETA since the certification process seems to be more involved than I had realized on this one. Hopefully in Fall.
It's certainly taking longer than we'd like. Certification for US is in review now. 4 pilot markets remain. I don't want to quote an ETA since the certification process seems to be more involved than I had realized on this one. Hopefully in Fall. when?
tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2014-08-30:2029424:Comment:6602232014-08-30T14:45:57.260ZDerek Sweeneyhttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/DerekSweeney
<p>when?</p>
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<p>when?</p>
<p></p> I like the range, the weight…tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2014-02-24:2029424:Comment:6502352014-02-24T23:26:27.483Zjames ghttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/JamesGerard
<p>I like the range, the weight is a little much, i currently have a 30 year old 26" touring bike that weighs about 40 pounds, and i have to lug it up/down 4 flights of stairs, i'll be 54 this year, but i'm going back to the gym, so i may be able to lug that up soon (i'm 5'8" and 130 lbs). i'm looking at moving closer to work and an elevator building, where i could get 1-3 weeks on a charge.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Eric Angeloro - smart USA said:…</cite></p>
<p>I like the range, the weight is a little much, i currently have a 30 year old 26" touring bike that weighs about 40 pounds, and i have to lug it up/down 4 flights of stairs, i'll be 54 this year, but i'm going back to the gym, so i may be able to lug that up soon (i'm 5'8" and 130 lbs). i'm looking at moving closer to work and an elevator building, where i could get 1-3 weeks on a charge.<br/> <br/> <cite>Eric Angeloro - smart USA said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.smartusainsider.com/forum/topics/smart-ebike-is-coming#2029424Comment648137"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Here are the U.S. specs:</p>
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<p><br/>1. Range - 62 miles<br/>2. Weight - 57.5 lbs<br/>3. Charging Time - 4-5 hours (0-100%)<br/>4. Max. Speed - 20 mph<br/>5. Max. Torque - 7.9 lb.-ft.<br/>6. Electric Motor - 350 watt<br/>7. Battery - 423 Wh (lithium-ion)<br/>8. Brakes - 7“ brake dics<br/>9. Energy Recuperation - Yes<br/>10. Gear Shift - 3-speed hub gear system<br/>11. Voltage - 48V<br/>12. Wheelbase - 43.3 inches/3.6 feet<br/>13. Length - 68.3 inches/5.7 feet<br/>14. Height - 39 inches/3.3 feet</p>
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</blockquote> What concerns me is the frame…tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2014-02-17:2029424:Comment:6499022014-02-17T01:47:12.915ZDerek Sweeneyhttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/DerekSweeney
<p>What concerns me is the frame size. Is it fixed? When you attempt to make a bike that's one-size-fits-all, all you do is make a bike that fits nobody well. I'm 6'1" 245Lbs. I can buy a normal bike that works just fine for my size and weight, But with the Smart ebike's only adjustment seeming to be it's seat post, It will be terribly uncomfortable to ride. </p>
<p>What concerns me is the frame size. Is it fixed? When you attempt to make a bike that's one-size-fits-all, all you do is make a bike that fits nobody well. I'm 6'1" 245Lbs. I can buy a normal bike that works just fine for my size and weight, But with the Smart ebike's only adjustment seeming to be it's seat post, It will be terribly uncomfortable to ride. </p> Bike shops are a possibility.…tag:www.smartusainsider.com,2014-01-27:2029424:Comment:6489642014-01-27T17:34:28.863ZEric Angeloro - smart USAhttp://www.smartusainsider.com/profile/EricAngeloro
<p>Bike shops are a possibility. It will be an interesting pilot to see how viable this product is. It's a good marketing/conversation piece as you said. <br></br> <br></br> <cite>spicejax said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.smartusainsider.com/forum/topics/smart-ebike-is-coming?commentId=2029424%3AComment%3A648358&amp;xg_source=msg_com_forum#2029424Comment648618"><div><p>I did a little Googling, and the $2950.00 price IS competitive with other ED bikes. So I guess all ED bikes are 'up there'…</p>
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<p>Bike shops are a possibility. It will be an interesting pilot to see how viable this product is. It's a good marketing/conversation piece as you said. <br/> <br/> <cite>spicejax said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.smartusainsider.com/forum/topics/smart-ebike-is-coming?commentId=2029424%3AComment%3A648358&amp;xg_source=msg_com_forum#2029424Comment648618"><div><p>I did a little Googling, and the $2950.00 price IS competitive with other ED bikes. So I guess all ED bikes are 'up there' in price. I think 1/3 the price of the car is still hard for me to 'get a grip on'. I hope folks looking for ED bike will look into the 'new smart'. I think they will sell better in bike shops.</p>
<p>MJB<br/> <br/> <cite>spicejax said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.smartusainsider.com/forum/topics/smart-ebike-is-coming?xg_source=activity#2029424Comment647709"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>1. Horribly over priced.</p>
<p>2. Another 'vehicle' that MB dealers will roll their eyes at and don't want to sell.</p>
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